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The prevalence of neurological disorders among children in Gemlik (Turkey)
1Department of Public Health, Uludag University Medical School, Bursa, Turkey.
Insights
This study surveyed neurological disorders in children under five, finding febrile convulsions, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy as the most common conditions. The research highlights the prevalence of these neurological issues in early childhood.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Neurology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Neurological disorders in early childhood can have significant long-term impacts.
- Understanding the prevalence of these conditions is crucial for early intervention and resource allocation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of specific neurological disorders in children up to five years of age.
- To identify common neurological conditions in this pediatric population.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive survey using questionnaires administered to mothers.
- Clinical examinations by a pediatrician for suspect cases.
- Comparison of cases and controls regarding family history and perinatal risks.
Main Results:
- The most frequent condition identified was febrile convulsions (0.45%).
- Epilepsy (0.9%) and cerebral palsy (0.5%) were also significant findings.
- Comparison between cases and controls revealed differences in risk factors.
Conclusions:
- Febrile convulsions, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy are notable neurological disorders in children under five.
- Further research into risk factors and early detection is warranted.
Abstract:
With a descriptive survey, the authors tried to ascertain the prevalence of certain neurological disorders among children aged up to five years. Questionnaires were administered to mothers and their children were divided into two groups (559 children): neurologically healthy and suspect. Suspect children were examined by a paediatrician, who assigned a diagnosis where appropriate (361 children). A control group was selected from the healthy children (420 children), and they were neurologically examined with the suspect children. Cases and controls were compared for family history, and pregnancy and delivery risks. The most frequent condition found was febrile convulsions (0.45 per cent), followed by epilepsy (0.9 per cent) and cerebral palsy (0.5 per cent).